Job Description:

Technical Operator – Mars Wrigley 

Plymouth 

Permanent 

Shift: Mon-Fri 6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm rotating shift pattern 

Circa £30,000 + shift pay & company bonus

The purpose of the Production Technical Operator role, is to oversee the smooth execution of production plans, maintain adherence to standards, and actively creating and driving action plans to return the lines to standard running conditions in a timely manner.

The Production Technical Operator is a key figure in the production management team, responsible for driving FMOS, efficiency, maintaining quality standards, and actively contributing to the ongoing improvement of production processes.

The role requires a combination of leadership, problem-solving, and collaborative skills to achieve optimal production performance

What are we looking for?

Previous experience working within a Warehouse and using a Forklift Truck.

Excellent standards of numeracy and literacy, preferably to A-level standard or equivalent. 

Proven problem-solving skills capable of thinking outside the box. PLS and SAP experience desirable.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to adapt and react to change in a fast paced environment.

A strong communicator and excellent collaborator with the ability to work well within a team, while providing support and direction to the team.  

This is a leadership role in the factory and decision making is a key aspect of the role.

Contribute to the execution of the site CBN and ensure that production plans are executed and completed in full.

Leading the execution of AM’s, changeovers and handovers, and maintain and update all FMOS data required for the shift.

Proactively monitor losses across and monitor the progress of production activities, identify, and escalate any issues or delays promptly in accordance with FMOS escalation procedures.

Implement and uphold safety protocols and regulatory requirements to create a safe working environment.

Monitor and enforce compliance with organizational policies and procedures related to production processes, and enforce safety and quality standards to ensure that products meet established specifications.

Deputies for the Production Coordinator when required.

What can you expect from Mars? 

Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles. 

Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today 

Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. 

An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.  

About Mars 

Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL® and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA™ and Pet Partners™. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow. 

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.